Pakistan’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Reach $26.84 Billion, SBP Reserves Post Weekly Increase

Independent report

ISLAMABAD, November 12: Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have reached US$26.84 billion, reflecting a significant level of external financial resources and providing support to the country’s capacity to meet international payment obligations.

According to the latest figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), total liquid foreign reserves stood at US$26,838.7 million as of November 6, 2026.

The reserves included US$21,572.5 million held by the State Bank of Pakistan and US$5,266.2 million held by commercial banks.

During the week ended November 6, SBP’s foreign exchange reserves increased by US$11 million, reaching US$21.57 billion.

The increase in the central bank’s reserves is an encouraging development for Pakistan’s external financial position. Maintaining adequate foreign exchange reserves is important for meeting import requirements, fulfilling external payment obligations and supporting confidence in the economy.